Apple iPhone 16e vs OPPO Find X9 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the OPPO Find X9 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 56/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Find X9 Ultra has the bigger battery (7050 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Find X9 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,231,988 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1299
- Better portability (80/100 vs 24/100)
What makes OPPO Find X9 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4231988 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the OPPO Find X9 Ultra, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra scores 36 points higher (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, OPPO Find X9 Ultra — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the OPPO Find X9 Ultra (80/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | OPPO Find X9 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 4231988 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1440x3120 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 8.7×None×None mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3120
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- 7050 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:45 hrs, total 37:00 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and OPPO Find X9 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16e by 53.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Apple iPhone 16e was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (98/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (87/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the OPPO Find X9 Ultra (80/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OPPO Find X9 Ultra?
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 36 points (92/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the OPPO Find X9 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OPPO Find X9 Ultra?
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the OPPO Find X9 Ultra?
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the OPPO Find X9 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OPPO Find X9 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.